Dewatering Systems with USI

| Efficient | Sustainable | Step-by-Step Support |

At USI, we bring decades of hands-on experience in designing and supporting tailings dewatering systems for the mining and aggregate industries. Our deep understanding of slurry behavior, water recovery goals, and site-specific constraints allows us to deliver customized solutions that maximize performance and reliability.

USI is your trusted partner. We combine technical expertise with field-proven equipment to help you manage tailings more efficiently and sustainably.

As an authorized dealer for Phoenix Process Equipment, we proudly offer some of the industry’s most advanced and trusted dewatering technologies including high-rate thickeners, belt presses, filter presses, and modular water recovery systems.

Featured Dewatering Technologies

>  AltaFlo™ High-Rate Thickener
The Phoenix AltaFlo™ Thickener is a high-rate, high-density thickener specifically designed for tailings dewatering and water recovery. Compared to conventional thickeners, the AltaFlo achieves higher underflow solids concentrations, significantly reducing the volume of material that must be further dewatered or managed.

Key Benefits:

• Rapid settling for fast throughput
• High solids underflow for improved filtration or stacking
• Minimal operator attention required
• Available in modular configurations for quick setup

The AltaFlo is ideal for mining and aggregate operations seeking to maximize recovery of process water while reducing the size and cost of downstream filtration systems.

>  Belt Filter Presses

Phoenix Belt Filter Presses are engineered for continuous, cost-effective dewatering of high-volume tailings or sludge streams. These systems are particularly effective when paired with thickeners to reduce feed solids load. They feature:

• Simple operation and automation capabilities
• Low energy consumption and maintenance
• Rugged construction for harsh mining environments
• Optional polymer conditioning for improved performance

Ideal for operations needing steady dewatering with minimal operator input, Phoenix belt presses offer a great balance between performance and simplicity

Complete Tailings Dewatering Solutions with USI:

x AltaFlo™ High-Rate Thickeners – Fast-settling, high-density thickening with a compact footprint

x Hi-Flo™ Thickeners – Proven performance across a wide range of slurry characteristics

x Belt Filter Presses – Continuous dewatering of tailings and slurries, ideal for high-throughput operations with consistent feed solids

x Filter Presses – High-pressure, batch-style dewatering producing stackable, low-moisture filter cakes

x Decanter Centrifuges – Efficient separation of fine solids, suitable for polishing or secondary separation

x Water Clarifiers & Reuse Systems – Reduce fresh water demand and enable closed-loop processing

x Modular Systems – Skid-mounted or containerized designs for fast installation and flexible site deployment